Komodo national park holds a million natural wonders and an endless exploration. embarking on a journey into the unknown places, driven by curiosity and guided by the whisper of adventure. Each step promises discovery and growth, let embrace this journey for an unforgettable experiences.
Unique and diverse landscapes, flora and fauna make this national park as one of the popular destination in Indonesia over this past view years. Its beauty holds a story of an extraordinary adventure.
From the breathtaking views, exotic beaches, and magnificence underwater life with beautiful corals, colorful fish, and even the manta rays and sea turtles, and of course the legendary and the majestic one; the Komodo dragon itself, as a largest living lizard on earth that live nowhere else naturally, except in Komodo national park.
Where Is komodo national Park?
This park is located between the Sumbawa Island as a part of West Nusa Tenggara Province and Flores Island as a part of East Nusa Tenggara Province in Indonesia. The group of Islands in the eastern part of Bali Island. This National Park is including in the administrative area of East Nusa Tenggara.
Komodo Island, Rinca Island, Padar Island, as the main islands in the park as well as several small islands around. Komodo park has an area of 1733 Km2 covering land and sea areas.
This Islands become a national park as a conservation area of Komodo dragon which is almost extinct and its habitat as well as biodiversity around in the areas. Another fact that, Komodo national Park is one of the richest marine life in the world.
Natural Wonders of Komodo national Park
Komodo Islands are a treasure trove of natural wonders, diverse landscape that captivate your sense. From lush rainforest to arid savannahs, the park offers a fascinating contrast of ecosystems. One of the striking features of Komodo Islands is its breathtaking landscape, with Padar Island is one of the most popular spot among visitors as a most breathtaking view. Trekking to the top of Padar island rewards you a panoramic views of the surroundings Islands, turquoise water and you can see three different beach with different colors of sand beach in the other side of the Island.
As you explore the Islands of Komodo, you’ll also enjoy to relaxing on the exotic beach like Pink Beach. These natural wonders offer a refreshing respite from the tropical heat and provide a tranquil setting to relax and rejuvenate. take a deep in the cool, crystal-clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and the shouting sound of nature.
What to do in Komodo Islands
Komodo national park comprise with several groups of islands. Each Islands have its own uniqueness and beauty which is offer different tour attractions. Here below are the most recommended spots to be includes in your trip packages to Komodo National Park.
Encountering the Komodo Dragons - the legendary Inhabitants of the Islands
Your trip to Komodo Islands is not complete without encountering its most famous inhabitants; the Komodo dragon. These prehistoric creature is known as a living dinosaurs, are the largest lizard on earth. Witnessing these majestic creatures up close is an amazing experience that will leave you in the awe of natural wonders.
Komodo National park is home for komodo dragons. A guided tour is needed to ensure a safety and informative encounter. As knowing the fact that, Komodo dragon can be aggressive sometimes, that is why visitors must keep distance from the Komodo Dragon and follow the instructions from the tour guide and Komodo National Park authority.
Snorkeling in the Waters of Komodo National Park
The Islands of Komodo is not only known for its famous dragons but also for its rich marine biodiversity. The waters surrounding Komodo National Park are a paradise for snorkelers, offering a mesmerizing underwater experience. The rich marine biodiversity and pristine coral reefs make it an ideal destination for exploring the vibrant aquatic world.
Swim alongside graceful manta rays, encounter majestic sea turtles, and be mesmerized by colors as you explore the vibrant coral gardens. Snorkeling in Komodo Islands is like entering a different world, where every turn reveals a new and captivating sight.
Trekking and Hiking
Komodo Islands are paradise for outdoor activities, offering trekking trails to showcase its beauty. one of the popular trekking trails in the park is Padar Island. Trekking to the top of Padar Island rewards you a breathtaking views of the surround islands and iconic three bays and three different beach with different sand color.
the hike is best done at sunrise or sunset when the golden light bathes the landscape in a surreal glow. Additionally, trekking to the top of Padar Island is open only until 10.00 AM in the Morning and open again at 16.00 PM in the afternoon. This regulation is made by the authority of Komodo National Park to avoid the heat of the sun. The reason is for visitor’s safety, because the trekking trails to the top of the island is on the savannas and open area, which means there is no shade along the trails.
The other trekking spot you should try is in Kelor Island. Trekking trails on this island is short, but steeper with rocky terrains. it just takes 15 minutes to reach the top of the Island. Kelor Island offers panoramic viewpoint of white sandy beach and the turquoise waters around the Island. the stunning vistas make it all worthwhile.
Enjoying sunset
Magnificence natural wonders in Komodo National Park is not finished. If you are really interesting in including a tour to Komodo National park as one of your tour bucket list to Indonesia, then try this experiences. That is Enjoying sunset from the boat while watched thousands fruit bats flying out from their nests. It is another level of enjoying sunset, isn’t it?
You will get this experience in Komodo Park precisely in Kalong island. It takes 1,5 hours from the harbor of Labuan bajo by local wooden boat and around 20 minutes by speedboat.
Why is Komodo National Park special to visit?
The Park is known as a natural habitat of Komodo Dragon; the largest living lizard on earth. besides, Komodo Park have a richest biodiversity in the world from the land to its marine life. It all is proven by the UNESCO in 1991as a world heritage site.
Additionally, Komodo islands is home to a variety of wildlife and endemic species, including Timor deer, wild boar , macaque monkeys, and some kind of birds. the park marine ecosystems is equally impressive, with vibrant coral reefs, colorful fish, and manta rays, turtles and other marine creatures.
Exploring the park’s diverse habitats provide a unique opportunity to witness a delicate balance of nature at its finest.
How do you get to Komodo national Park from Bali?
When you come to Indonesia, make sure you go to the other places then Bali, like Komodo National Park. the easiest way to come to Komodo is by taking flight from Bali’s Airport (DPS) to Labuan bajo Airport (LBJ – Komodo Airport).
Labuan Bajo is a main gateway to explore Komodo national Park. When you are arriving at Komodo Airport here in Labuan bajo Town, our team; Tour Guide and Driver have been waiting in front of the arrival gate of the airport.
If your trip is starting on the same day, then we directly transfer you to the harbor to catch a boat that we provide base on your request. If your tour will be started in the next day, we can arrange to Pick you up at the Airport and drop you off at your accommodation around Labuan Bajo. All depend on your needs.
Please note that you can not start the tour on the same day as you arrive in Labuan bajo if you choose the day trip. Because there is no early morning flight to Labuan Bajo and the day trip is started very early in the morning around 07.00 AM. Especially if you choose a sharing trip for your one day trip to Komodo.
How do you book a tour to komodo Islands?
Booking a Komodo trip can be done by online via WhatsApp or Email through our travel agency. Send us the detail tour that you want to take and we will offer a tour itinerary base on your request.